Dropshot Tricks For Hot Summer Fishing! (Beginner To Advanced)

This isn't your dad's finesse dropshot fishing! Punching, Flipping, Creature baits, and yes, small profiles and finesse too! The dropshot is more versatile than most angler's realize. If you've compartmentalized it as a finesse technique, you're missing a lot of amazing dropshot opportunities in the Summer!

In today's video Tim is covering standard dropshot fishing, including some of his key baits. But he's also adapting the method for grass, for heavy cover punching and flipping, and even for Bait Finesse (BFS) applications. The dropshot is far more versatile than we give it credit for and today Tim finally took the time to show us how it's done.

Below you'll find links to all his favorite baits, hooks, weights, and accessories. We've also included links to his personal favorite dropshot rods and reels. All the links to directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

IF YOU COULD ONLY HAVE ONE...

Bait– Netbaits STH Baitfuel 3" Crush Worm: https://bit.ly/3Q3mmyz

Color: Bang

Hook– Owner Mosquito Light: https://bit.ly/2zQVKx3

Size: 2

Weight– Swagger Vader Tungsten Pencil: https://bit.ly/3LeDf7Z

Size: 3/16 oz

SHAD PROFILE WORMS...

•Reins 3" Bubbling Shaker: https://bit.ly/3OMsKMs

Colors: Watermelon Seed, Kito Kito Shad, Bluegill

•Xzone Finesse Slammer: https://bit.ly/2TJt7L8

Colors: Electric Shad, Minnow Magic, Green Pumpkin Blue

•Big Bite Smallie Smasher: https://bit.ly/3xEADuo

Colors: Smoke Black Purple, Smashed Goby

•Netbait STH Baitfuel 3" Jr Crush: https://bit.ly/3Q3mmyz

Colors: Bang, Dark Smelt, Juvenile Goby Pearl

STRAIGHT TAIL WORMS...

•Roboworm 6" Straight Tail Worm: https://bit.ly/2asZyH3

Colors: MMIII, Margarita Mutilator, Pro Staff People's Worm

•MissileBaits 6" Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB

Colors: Johns Juice, PB&J Time, Watermelon Violet

•ZMan Floating Worm: https://bit.ly/3UFAWPb

Colors: Green Pumpkin

UNIQUE PROFILE BAITS...

•Keitech 3" Easy Shiner: https://bit.ly/2bxJK6H

Colors: Electric Shad, Pro Purple, Pro Blue Red Pearl

•GeeCrack Bellows Gill: https://bit.ly/3PUJgbL

Colors: Electric Shad, AJ's Juice

•MissileBaits DBomb: https://bit.ly/2d2dVlt

Colors: Super Bug, Green Pumpkin Red

DROPSHOT HOOKS...

•Owner Mosquito Light Hook: https://bit.ly/2zQVKx3

Size: 2

•Owner Cover Shot: https://bit.ly/2ISr7bR

Size: 1/0 – 2/0

•Owner Cover Shot HD: https://bit.ly/36Gunbf

Size: 1/0 – 3/0

DROPSHOT WEIGHTS...

Tie On– Swagger Vader Tungsten Tie On Pencil: https://bit.ly/3OhVlaU

Sizes: 3/16 – 1/4 oz

Standard– Swagger Vader Tungsten Pencil: https://bit.ly/3LeDf7Z

Size: 3/16 – 1/4 oz

DROPSHOT ACCESSORIES...

•Cal Coast Fishing Cali Clip: https://bit.ly/2lNGGL9

•Buzbe Quik Qube: https://bit.ly/3TnKHl7

Size: Medium Deep

POWER SHOT COMPONENTS...

Hook– BKK Heavy Cover: https://bit.ly/3DHAuZP

Size: 3/0

Weight– Reins Heavy Weight Sinker: https://bit.ly/47iSN4V

Size: 1/2 oz – 1 oz

TIM'S DROPSHOT BAITCAST COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Legend Elite 6'10" Medium XFast: https://bit.ly/2z2qdHc

Reel– Shimano Curado 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2apmDJt

Line– Power Pro maxcuatro 30 lb: https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sunline Saltimate 16 lb: https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2

TIM'S DROPSHOT SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 822 DSR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Reel– Shimano Exsence A 3000: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Sunline Super FC (6 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BFS DROPSHOT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 7'2" Medium Light: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel– Shimano Curado BFS: https://bit.ly/2QGRVF2

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Sunline Super FC (10 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET SPINNING COMBO...

Rod– St. Croix Bass X 6'10" ML XFast: https://bit.ly/2r69Sj6

Reel– Daiwa Fuego LT 2500D – XH: https://bit.ly/2yDmdtQ

Line– Sunline Super FC 8 lb: https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

This Clear River Is Packed With Bass!! (BFS Fishing From The Jet Boat)

Come along for an awesome day of jet boat fishing on a crystal clear river! We're exploring new water and the first thing we notice is Smallmouth bass swimming all around the boat! From the very first cast, the bite is on! Let's go!!

These are the adventures we dream about! Dropping into a new fishery without any outside help and immediately landing on the fish. The bite was wide from the start on a mix of bait finesse and topwater! What an awesome day of fishing from the aluminum boat!

Below you'll find links to all the baits and equipment we used throughout the day. We've included the exact sizes and colors for the baits as well as rod and reel specs for all the gear used. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

THE BFS HARD BAITS...

•Megabass Karashi: https://bit.ly/3LwMGS7

Colors: MG Tora Kinkuro, GLX Frozen Pink

•Damiki Disco 40 BFS: https://bit.ly/432XZaY

Colors: Ghost Craw

THE TOPWATER...

•Lobina Rico: https://bit.ly/2RGNx4x

Color: K Frog

•Megabass Giant Dog X: https://bit.ly/2yU84eE

Color: Megabass Sexy Shad

THE SOFT BAITS...

•Megabass 3" Dark Sleeper: https://bit.ly/2TyR1GT

Color: Wakasagi

•STH Bait Fuel Finesse Tube: https://bit.ly/3aU0oeU

Color: Ten Point

•Zman TRD Bugz: https://bit.ly/2oiavEE

Color: Blood Worm

Head– ZMan Finesse Shroomz (Chartreuse): https://bit.ly/2hs2cAe

Size: 1/10 oz

JET BOAT TACKLE STORAGE

•Buzbe Swarm Modular Tackle Bag: https://bit.ly/3JyGtnA

Size: 28

•Buzbe Quick Qubes: https://bit.ly/3TnKHl7

Size: Medium, Medium Deep

MATT'S TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis GLX 843C MBR: https://bit.ly/2gqziwT

Reel– Shimano Curado 70 MGL (HG): https://bit.ly/2apmDJt

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (30 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Maxima Ultragreen (15 lb): https://bit.ly/2ae97J9

COOP'S BFS COMBO...

Rod– Megabass P5 Pop X Stick: https://bit.ly/2wVOSbY

Reel– Shimano Curado BFS: https://bit.ly/2QGRVF2

Line– Maxima Ultragreen 5 lb: https://bit.ly/2ae97J9

MATT'S KARASHI COMBO...

Rod– Cashion Icon 7' Light: https://bit.ly/3mLIIes

Reel– Shimano Curado BFS: https://bit.ly/2QGRVF2

Line– Sunline Super FC 6 lb: https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR???

We have a variety of apparel items and custom lure designs available! Everything from hats, to hoodies, to crankbaits! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Apparel and Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

Finesse Fishing Tricks For Clear Water Summer Bass!

Come along for an awesome day on the water! The guys are fishing a new lake, targeting big clear water smallmouth. Watch as they check likely locations, use different baits, and dial in a great pattern for big bass!

Finesse fishing was the key today. From dropshot to finesse swimbait, the smaller profiles got all the key bites. Even after dialing in a finesse bite, it took time to dial in the right depth to catch the bigger fish consistently. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and equipment the guys were using throughout the day. We've even included the exact sizes and colors for each lure. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

DROPSHOT...

Bait– Xzone Finesse Slammer: https://bit.ly/2TJt7L8

Color: Black

Hook– BKK DSS Worm Hook: https://bit.ly/41YruKp

Size: 2

Weight– Swagger Tungsten Pencil: https://bit.ly/2UY7cgx

Size: 3/16 oz

TINY SWIMBAITS...

•Megabass 3" Spark Shad: https://bit.ly/2XcLZk4

Color: Real

•Keitech 2.8 Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: Pro Blue Red Pearl

Head– Dirty Jigs Guppy: https://bit.ly/2nyUJRS

Size: 1/8 oz

UNDERSPIN...

Head– Tactical Finesse Underspin: https://bit.ly/3JOd8UY

Size: 3/16 oz

Bait– Keitech 4" Easy Shiner: https://bit.ly/2bxJK6H

Color: Sungill

FINESSE SWIMBAIT...

Bait– Keitech 3.8" Fat Swing Impact: https://bit.ly/2ab7s8v

Color: SunGill

Head– Tactical Finesse Head: https://bit.ly/2Pqrq3n

Size: 3/8 oz

DROPSHOT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 822S DSR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Reel– Shimano Exsence 3000: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Line– Sunline SX1 10 lb: https://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

Leader– Sunline Super FC 6 lb: https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

TINY SWIMBAIT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 901S SJR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Reel– Shimano Stella 3000: https://bit.ly/38LaK2u

Line– Sufix 131 Braid (10 lb): https://bit.ly/314VoyF

Leader– Sunline Super FC 6 lb: https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

BUDGET FINESSE COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Intenza 7' Medium Light: http://bit.ly/2s7kaQn

Reel– Shimano Miravel 2500: https://bit.ly/3QZnwL5

Line– Sunline Super FC 7 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

Dropshot Fishing For Summer Bass! (Swimbait And Topwater Bites Too)

Come along for an awesome Summer day on the water! We're catching fish on swimbaits and topwater, but the real fish catcher today is the dropshot. When finesse is what the fish want, you hunker down and catch them with it! Watch Tim and Wes adapt to changing conditions and dial in an awesome pattern!

Some of the fish are active and willing to chase, but many are holding tight to cover. Once we realize these fish don't want to leave the comfort of their grass beds, we really start to catch them! The Dropshot is a very effective technique, especially when adapted for fishing around cover. 

Below you'll find links to the exact baits and gear we used throughout the video. We've even included the exact colors for each. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

TOPWATER...

•Reaction Innovations Vixen: https://bit.ly/2rp11nr

Colors: Silver Shiner, Bone

•Evergreen Shower Blows 125: https://bit.ly/2zIkqUH

Colors: Bone

SWIMBAITS...

•Megabass 6" Magdraft: https://bit.ly/2mc8bfK

Color: Pro Blue Chartreuse

•Megabass 3" Dark Sleeper: https://bit.ly/2TyR1GT

Color: Wakasagi

DROPSHOT WORM...

Bait– MissileBaits 6" Magic Worm: https://bit.ly/3T7dHgB

Colors: Missile Morning, John's Juice

Hook– Owner Cover Shot HD: https://bit.ly/36Gunbf

Size: 1/0

Weight– Swagger Tungsten Pencil: https://bit.ly/3LeDf7Z

Size: 1/4 oz

DROPSHOT MINNOW...

Bait– Xzone Finesse Slammer: https://bit.ly/2TJt7L8

Color: Perch

Hook– Owner Mosquito Light: https://bit.ly/2zQVKx3

Size: 2

Weight– Swagger Tungsten Pencil: https://bit.ly/3LeDf7Z

Size: 1/4 oz

STICK BAIT...

Bait– Yamamoto 5" Senko: https://bit.ly/2axAmNS

Color: Green Pumpkin Black Flake

Hook– Hayabusa Weedless Wacky: https://bit.ly/3UjDZx0

Size: 1/0

Band– VMC Crossover Rings: https://bit.ly/3w0NYdz

TIM'S DROPSHOT COMBO...

Rod– G Loomis NRX+ 822 DSR: https://bit.ly/2RB0oJP

Reel– Shimano Exsence A 3000: https://bit.ly/2iMtscV

Line– Sunline SX1 (12 lb): https://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

Leader– Sunline Super FC (6 lb): https://bit.ly/2p7fxju

TIM'S MAGDRAFT COMBO...

Rod– Shimano Expride B 7'6" Medium Heavy: https://bit.ly/2nTq9FL

Reel– Shimano Metanium DC (HG): https://bit.ly/2qrSZvs

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro (50 lb): https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

Leader– Sunline Saltimate (20 lb): https://bit.ly/3oT1oq2

BUDGET TOPWATER COMBO...

Rod– Shimano SLX A 6'10" Medium: https://bit.ly/2mGp1Vc

Reel– Shimano SLX 150 XT (HG): https://bit.ly/2BRTYL8

Line– Power Pro Maxcuatro 40 lb: https://bit.ly/2clBRiQ

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz